I’m confused, can you explain
Answer:
The answer will be 85,968
Perpendicular = opposite sign and reciprocal slope
Slope 2 turns into -1/2
Y = -1/2x + b
Plug in the point
-5 = -1/2(2) + b, b = -4
Solution: y = -1/2x - 4
Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
You need to be specific. Did the weight decrease by 60 tons or 60 pounds? I assume tons, but in math, you can't assume.
This problem seems overly simple, so I am wondering if some information is missing. With the given information and assuming the decrease was in fact 60 tons, you would have:
125,890 - 60 = 125,830 tons